Ryobi RY802900 Quick Reference Guide - Page 1

RY802900/RY802900VNM/RY802900AND QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE WARNING: This Quick Reference Guide is not a substitute for reading the operator's manual. To reduce the risk of injury or death, user must read and understand operator's manual before using this product. All page references refer to the operator's manual. FIRST TIME ASSEMBLY STARTING THE UNIT (COLD START) 1 Install the handle (see page 7). 5 Connect your garden hose to the pressure washer (see page 8). 1 Add fuel (see page 10). NOTICE: Do not use E15 or E85 fuel in this product. It is a violation of federal law and will damage the unit and void your warranty. Only use unleaded gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol. 4 Pull starter grip and rope to start (see page 10). There may be residual water in the pump and/or lubricant in the engine due to performance testing. USING DETERGENT 1 Place soap injection hose in the detergent container (see page 12). 2 Install nozzle and rotate selector to blue or blue setting (see page 12). 3 Squeeze trigger and wait ­approx. 5 seconds for detergent (see page 12). 5 S DETERGENT 2 Connect the spray wand to the trigger handle (see page 7). Completely uncoil garden hose or remove ­completely from reel to prevent kinks. Turn water faucet on fully. 3 Connect the high pressure hose to the trigger handle (see page 7). Make sure there are no leaks. With no nozzle installed, squeeze the trigger to relieve air pressure. Hold the trigger until a steady stream of water appears. 6 Pour all but 2 oz. of the provided lubricant into the engine through the oil fill hole. Check and add additional lubricant as needed until the level reaches the upper portion of the hatched area on the dipstick. Do not overfill. (See page 9) 4 Connect the high pressure hose to the pump (see page 7). Completely uncoil and straighten high pressure hose to prevent kinks. Turn the fuel valve to OFF before adding lubricant. Set unit on flat surface so engine is level. Remove dipstick, wipe clean, put back in hole (but don't screw in) and check lubricant level. DO NOT OVERTILT THE UNIT! This is a 4-cycle engine. Do not mix fuel and lubricant ­together. Mix fuel stabilizer with gasoline according to manufacturer's directions prior to filling the tank. 2 Turn the fuel valve to OPEN (see page 10). OPEN CLOSE FUEL VALVE OPEN 3 Move the choke lever to the CHOKE ­position (see page 10). CHOKE IN CHOKE POSITION 5 Allow engine to run for several seconds, then move choke to RUN position (see page 10). CHOKE IN RUN POSITION Use of the soap nozzle will activate soap injector at a 20:1 dilution ratio. WARNING! Never use bleach or solvent-based detergent. • Will damage your pump • Will void your warranty • Will damage plants/shrubs NOZZLE SELECTION GUIDE Use the chart below to determine the correct nozzle for your job. 5 S RESTARTING THE UNIT (HOT RESTART) 1 Pull starter grip and rope to start (see page 10). HIGH PRESSURE (NO SOAP WHEN USING THESE NOZZLES) LOW ­PRESSURE (FOR SOAP OR GENTLE RINSE) ABRASIVE Concrete, Brick, Masonry Siding, Gutters, House Fencing, Deck, Patio Lawn Equipment, Boat, RV 0º 25º 40º Long Range Short Range GENTLE  Recommended Nozzle  Use With Caution for Certain Applications BEFORE STORING THE UNIT 1 Always add Pump Protector to the unit after each use and before storing. This will significantly improve pump life. (See page 13) Pump Protector is available from your local retailer. For further assistance, call customer service at 1-800-860-4050. To add, follow the instructions provided by the Pump Protector manufacturer. PUMP PROTECTOR If the engine does not start: • check for enough fuel; • may need to adjust choke position; • try starting again. Make the most of your purchase! Go to www.ryobitools.com and register your new tool online. For questions about operating or maintaining your product, please call, 1-800-860-4050. 995000358 11-27-19 (REV:04)